Interesting Questions-120

On forced tithing

Letter to the Editor: PASUGO, July 2000, p.2

IS IT TRUE that Iglesia ni Cristo members are
forced to tithe or give ten percent of their income?

Justino TumbagaCamarines Sur, Philippines

Editor's reply:

There is no truth to the allegation that Iglesia
ni Cristo members are coerced, forced or manipulated to offer
ten percent of their income. The Church follows God's commandment to
His servants in the Christian Era that says:

"Let each one give as He has made up in his own
mind and purposed in his heart not reluctantly or sorrowfully or
under compulsion." (II Cor. 9:7, Amplified Bible)

Members of the Iglesia ni Cristo offer according
to the dictates of their hearts. They joyfully give their offerings
knowing that by fulfilling this commandment, God is well
pleased. (Hebrews 13:16).

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Bible Study
Suggestion: If you have further questions, please feel free
to visit the Iglesia ni Cristo congregation nearest you. A minister or
an evangelical worker would be happy to answer any biblical question
you have in mind.